Site Engineer | Central London, Region | £300 - £320 per day | Full time

Lonsite; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonsite is seeking an experienced Site Engineer for long-term projects across Central London, working with a Tier 2 RC Frame contractor. The role involves setting out RC frames, surveying, and ensuring works meet strict quality standards on sites in Central London.

The ideal candidate has RC Frame site experience, proficiency with Leica Total Stations, and the ability to read construction drawings. CSCS card and references are required for consideration.

Qualifications

• RC frame site experience required.
• Strong setting out experience on reinforced concrete structures.

Responsibilities

• Setting out RC frames and groundworks as per drawings.
• Carrying out site surveys, setting out checks and measurements.
• Ensuring works meet quality standards and specs.
• Coordinating with Site Managers, subcontractors and project teams.
• Maintaining accurate site records and QA documentation.
• Monitoring site progress and solving engineering issues.

Skills

RC Frame setting out

Setting out & surveying

Leica Total Stations

Reading drawings

Education

Engineering qualifications preferred

Tools

Surveying equipment

Job description

Lonsite are looking for experienced Site Engineers for several long-term projects across Central London, working with an established Tier 2 RC Frame contractor.

Location: Central London - WC1H 9BT

Start Date: December 2026 / January 2027

Duration: Long Term

Salary: Competitive Packages + Career Progression

Duties:

• Setting out RC frames and associated groundworks accurately in accordance with drawings.
• Carrying out site surveys, setting out checks and measurements.
• Ensuring works are completed to the required specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinating with Site Managers, subcontractors and project teams.
• Maintaining accurate site records and quality assurance documentation.
• Monitoring site progress and resolving engineering issues.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Site Engineer on RC Frame projects.
• Strong setting out experience on reinforced concrete structures and groundworks.
• Confident using Leica Total Stations and surveying equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Relevant engineering qualifications preferred.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Ability to provide recent work references.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term projects across Central London.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression into Senior Engineer and Site Management roles.
• Stable pipeline of work with an established contractor.